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Nature connects us. Stories bring that connection to life.

Rethink Outside helps funders and partners share a more powerful story about how nature and time outside strengthens our communities.

We develop, test, and share narrative frameworks and stories that bring new partners to the table and grow the movement for equitable access to the outdoors.

Narrative in Action

Getting Kids Outdoors as Early as Possible

With the help of the Natural Learning Initiative, childcare providers in Raleigh, North Carolina create nurturing and expansive outdoor learning spaces.

Point Reyes National Seashore is for Everyone

Coordinated and sustained efforts work toward a healthy and whole community.

Welcoming and Developing New Leaders

Using the power of nature, YES Nature to Neighborhoods helps youth and families live healthy and connected lives.

Teacher Helps School Become Health Ambassador

One teacher’s gardening enthusiasm jump-started community health.

Developing Healthy and Satisfying Connections to Land and Community

Appalachian Headwaters supports kids and families by extending their knowledge and relationships in the outdoors.

Thanks to our sponsors for financially supporting Rethink Outside

Rethink Outside photos courtesy of Big City Mountaineers, Children & Nature Network, Education Outside, Life Lab, Lincoln Park Zoo, NatureBridge, National Park Service, National Park Trust, Ocean Discovery Institute, Pie Ranch, Tiny Trees, and YES. Website by Weirdesign.com.